APT Sydney Day Tours

Tours

• AM City Sights The morning Half Day Sydney Sights tour is a perfect option for those who have The morning Half Day Sydney Sights tour is a perfect option for those who have a tight schedule or those who don't wish to be on tour for a full day. This tour is a thorough introduction to Sydney and its neighbours. Travel to Manly Beach for a wonderful stroll along The Corso to see the beach that has made Manly famous. Along the way to Manly, you will view Darling Harbour and then cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Stop at Milsons Point for spectacular views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Enjoy views from Seaforth Lookout and stop at Arabanoo Lookout for a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy your time at Manly Meach before heading back to Sydney via the exclusive and trendy suburbs of Neutral Bay and Mosman. You may choose to upgrade to include a luncheon cruise to create a perfect end to the day. Conclude your morning tour at either King Street Wharf or Circular Quay.
  
  Upgrade to S1+LC to include buffet harbour luncheon cruise with Captain Cook Cruises.
  
  Upgrade to S1+LM to include buffet harbour luncheon cruise with Magistic Cruises.

  Special cruises and itineraries operate on selected dates

  Start Locations:	Highlights:
  Depart from Darling Harbour or selected hotels, Sydney	Explore Sydney, Manly and Northern Beaaches, Manly Go on a Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise, Sydney Harbour
  Travel by:	Duration:
  Coach	Half Day or less.
  Price*:
  $69.00 Tour - All Entries Optional - Magistic Harbour lunch $144; Captain Cook Harbour lunch $138.

• Blue Mountains and Wildlife Encounter Discover the spectacular Blue Mountains and see native wildlife whilst you explore World Heritage-listed Blue Discover the spectacular Blue Mountains and see native wildlife whilst you explore World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park. This rugged and beautiful region forms part of the Great Dividing Range, linking tropical north to temperate south, while dividing coastal cities from the vast Outback. Pass by Homebush Bay, site of the 2000 Olympics. Discover Leura village, a delightful blend of groomed gardens and quaint shops, enjoy free time to wander the streets of Leura. Stop at Echo Point and see the famous Three Sisters rock formation and hear the ancient Aboriginal legends of this impressive rock formation. Arrive at Scenic World and join the optional Blue Mountain rides - Scenic Railway, Cableway or Skyway (own expense). These rides are a great way to see the steep valleys, canyons and Three Sisters rock formation. Enjoy a short stop at Narrowneck and Cahill Lookouts for impressive mountain scenery. Enjoy an afternoon encounter at Featherdale Park and have your photo taken with a cuddly koala, see kangaroos, wombats, dingoes and cute little fairy penguins. The last stop will be at Homebush Bay, the venue of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.

  Special cruises and itineraries operate on selected dates

  Start Locations:	Highlights:
  Coach Terminal, Lower Level, Star City Casino and Sydney Hotels, Sydney	Blue Mountains National Park, Katoomba Blue Mountains and Leura, Leura The Three Sisters and Echo Point, Katoomba Featherdale Wildlife Park, Doonside Return to Sydney, Sydney
  Travel by:	Duration:
  Coach	Full Day.
  Price*:
  $139.00-$162.00 Tour and Admission AUD139.00 covers addmission to Featherdale Wildlife Park, AUD156.00 covers a hot buffet lunch and Featherdale Wildlife Park, AUD156.00 covers Featherdale, return ride on the cableway and scenic railway, AUD162.00 covers a light lunch and return ride on th

• Canberra Explorer Take in all of the highlights of this ultra modern and planned city, with its Take in all of the highlights of this ultra modern and planned city, with its contemporary architecture set among beautifully maintained gardens and parks. Gain an insight into the workings of the capital and of Australia. Stretch your legs during a morning break near quaint Berrima. Join a private guided tour of the National Museum of Australia and discover Canberra's salute to all that is Australian, from the diverse cultural mix to current icons such as the famous Hills Hoist. Enjoy a private guided tour of Parliament House. Have the opportunity to view the upper or lower Houses of Parliament (when in session), see The Lodge, the Prime Minister's residence and travel the pretty tree-lined streets and view diplomatic homes and embassies of many foreign ambassadors, reflecting their fascinating cultures and architecture. See Captain Cook Memorial Fountain, the National Library and the High-Court, view Carillons beautiful bell tower and the gardens of Commonwealth Park. Hear the history of the ANZAC as you travel along the boulevard dedicated to the participants of two world wars and visit the Australian War Memorial, home to an interesting display of war-relics. Travel to the summit of Mount Ainslie for a terrific view of Canberra.

  Special cruises and itineraries operate on selected dates

  Start Locations:	Highlights:
  Depart Sydney, Sydney	Explore Canberra, Canberra Return back to Sydney, Sydney
  Travel by:	Duration:
  Coach	Full Day.
  Price*:
  $161.00 Tour - All Entries Guided tour and entry to Paraliament House and National Museum.

• Four Wheel Drive Blue Mountains Explorer Escape to the wilderness and enjoy unsurpassed beauty in the Blue Mountains on this four Escape to the wilderness and enjoy unsurpassed beauty in the Blue Mountains on this four wheel drive small group tour. Enjoy panoramas of rugged cliffs and deep forest valleys. Hear the calls of native birds and look for Australian wildlife. Experience a gentle off-road adventure, a tour that allows time to relax and experience the true essence of the Blue Mountains. The tour leaves Sydney via the Sydney Harbour Bridge and into Featherdale Wildlife Park for a close up view of one of the best collection of Australian animals. Breathe in the invigorating scent of the Australian Eucalyptus as you travel into Burralow Creek National Park, a young river Canyon. A short walk along this trail reveals towering Eucalypts, Red Gums, Grass Trees and other varieties of Australian flora. Access to this area is restricted and one of the highlights of our tour. Enjoy the forest canopy with its Kookaburras and the unique songs of the many other wild native birds. Your guide will interpret the fauna and flora encountered, Aboriginal history and demonstrate the Didgeridoo. You then travel on to Mount Tomah Botanical Gardens for lunch. The Restaurant is located within the manicured surrounds of Mount Tomah Botanic Gardens.

  Special cruises and itineraries operate on selected dates

  Start Locations:	Highlights:
  Depart Sydney, Sydney	Explore the Blue Mountains, Katoomba
  Travel by:	Duration:
  Four Wheel Drive	Full Day.
  Price*:
  $225.00 Tour - All Entries Entry to Featherdale Wildlife Park and lunch at Mt Tomah Botanic Gardens.

• Hunter Valley Wine Taster Explore the fertile Hunter Valley and taste award-winning regional foods and wines. Enjoy private vineyard Explore the fertile Hunter Valley and taste award-winning regional foods and wines. Enjoy private vineyard inspections and learn of the winemaking process. Spend your time strolling amongst the vineyards, purchase some wines, or just enjoy the beautiful Australian countryside. Be treated to magnificent views of the Hawkesbury River in the morning. See the remains of a convict built road winding into the Hunter Valley and stroll around historic Wollombi Village. Home to Australia's oldest wine producing region, the Hunter Valley owes its fame to world class viticulturalists and fertile soils. Enjoy a private wine tasting experience at world renowned Lindemans, then visit Hunter Resort and enjoy a presentation on how the winery operates. A delicious luncheon is accompanied by wine tastings. Your two-course lunch will be complimented with specially chosen wines. Have the opportunity to visit Bluetongue Brewery, home of Bluetongue Beer and perhaps try a tasting paddle of the available varieties (own expense). Further tastings include a visit to McGuigans Winery; be sure to taste their Australian wines. The last stop will take you to Hunter Valley Gardens, a quaint little township within the Hunter Valley. Have free time to explore the many hidden delights in the garden village.

  Special cruises and itineraries operate on selected dates

  Start Locations:	Highlights:
  Depart from Sydney, Sydney	Explore the Hunter Valley vineyards, Pokolbin
  Travel by:	Duration:
  Coach	Extended, Full Day.
  Price*:
  $179.00-$199.00 Tour - All Entries AUD179.00 includes delicious two-course lunch, three wine tastings, wine appreciation and tour; AUD199.00 includes wine tasting, entry to Hunter Valley Gardens and lunch.

• Jenolan Caves Discover the World Heritage treasures of Blue Mountains National Park and the breathtaking natural wonders Discover the World Heritage treasures of Blue Mountains National Park and the breathtaking natural wonders of the Jenolan Caves. Nestled on the western side of the Blue Mountains, this extensive network of limestone caves and above-ground arches are Australia's most impressive. Climb the western mountain highway via the sleepy townships Blaxland, Leura, Wentworth and Lawson, Katoomba the quaint capital of the Blue Mountains National Park and get away destination for holiday-makers. Enjoy views over stunning eucalypt forests and age-old rock formations as you travel through the scenic Blue Mountains, and learn ancient Aboriginal Dreamtime interpretations of the creation of the world. Time to ride aboard either the Skyway, Scenic Railway or Cableway (own expense). Enter the Grand Arch at Jenolan Caves, hiding place of sparkling limestone caverns. Take in the beauty of the region and see the mysterious Blue Lake. Join an informative and fully guided Cave tour through one of either the Lucas, Imperial or Chifley Caves. Relax amid the comfort and ambience of Caves House, originally a 1920s holiday retreat. Watch for native wildlife among the quiet bushland, the deep caves and great valley. Learn the folklore of the intrepid settlers and legendary bushrangers of this region.

  Special cruises and itineraries operate on selected dates

  Start Locations:	Highlights:
  Depart Sydney, Sydney	Visit Jenolan Caves, Jenolan Caves Return back to Sydney, Sydney
  Travel by:	Duration:
  Coach	Full Day.
  Price*:
  $166.00-$187.00 Tour - All Entries AUD166.00 includes guided tour of either Lucas, Chifley or Imperial Cave; AUD187.00 includes guided tour of either the Lucas, Chifley or Imperial Caves, return Cableway and Scenic Railway.

• Jervis Bay Dolphin Experience Enjoy a day full of memorable highlights. Stop at the scenic Ball Hill Lookout and Enjoy a day full of memorable highlights. Stop at the scenic Ball Hill Lookout and enjoy traditional Aussie Billy tea. Continue along the south coast taking in the views of the South Pacific Ocean, Wollongong and the Sea Cliff Bridge. Continue the coastal journey to view the Kiama Blowhole, an unusual natural phenomenon that sprays plumes of water up to heights of 60 metres into the air. See great Australian surf beaches, the picturesque southern New South Wales coastline and pretty holiday townships along your coastal journey.
  
  Cruise the pristine, protected waters of Jervis Bay. You have the opportunity to see playful pods of wild dolphins leap and spin from the sea. Watch for marine life from your cruise vessel. Whales occasionally visit this area on their migration between September and December. Travel through the Southern Highlands, with its native temperate rainforest and hard working rural communities. Many towns boast mansions and beautiful gardens, a legacy to their commercial success. Travel to picturesque Kangaroo Valley and the towering sandstone cliffs and valleys of Morton National Park. Tour through the Southern Highlands town of Bowral, home of the late Sir Donald Bradman (famous cricketer) and the colourful annual Tulip Time Festival.

  Special cruises and itineraries operate on selected dates

  Start Locations:	Highlights:
  Depart Sydney, Sydney	Dolphin Cruise in the waters of Jervis Bay, Jervis Bay Visit Fitzroy Falls, Fitzroy Falls Return back to Sydney, Sydney
  Travel by:	Duration:
  Coach, Motor Vessel	Full Day.
  Price*:
  $179.00 Tour - All Entries Billy tea, lunch and Dolphin Cruise.

• PM City Sights The afternoon half day Downtown Sydney, Bondi and Kings Cross Tour is a perfect option The afternoon half day Downtown Sydney, Bondi and Kings Cross Tour is a perfect option for those who have a tight schedule or those who don't wish to be on tour for a full day. This tour is a thorough introduction to Sydney and its neighbours. Stop at the renowned Mrs. Macquarie's Chair, St. Mary's Cathedral, Royal Botanical Gardens and The Gap for magnificent photo views. Enjoy the bohemian beat of lively Kings Cross, admire the white sands of Bondi Beach and other eastern beaches, and discover the beauty of gracious harbour side suburbs. Glimpse the city's historic and contemporary flavour in one afternoon. Once your coach tour is completed, your coach captain will drop you off at selected hotels in the city.
  
  Upgrade to S3+LC to include buffet harbour luncheon cruise with Captain Cook Cruises.
  
  Upgrade to S3+LM to include buffet harbour luncheon cruise with Magistic Cruises.

  Special cruises and itineraries operate on selected dates

  Start Locations:	Highlights:
  Depart from Darling Harbour, Sydney	Explore Sydney, Sydney
  Travel by:	Duration:
  Coach	Half Day or less.
  Price*:
  $69.00 Tour - All Entries Optional - Magistic Harbour lunch $144; Captain Cook lunch $138.

• Port Stephens Dunes and Dolphins Discover the beautiful North Coast region of Port Stephens, with its diverse blue water paradise, Discover the beautiful North Coast region of Port Stephens, with its diverse blue water paradise, pristine waterways, golden sandy beaches, and eco diverse marina and National Parks. Nature is the centre of all that is Port Stephens and is the perfect escape from cosmopolitan Sydney. Cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge and tour through the leafy and affluent northern suburbs. Arrive at The Australian Reptile Park, loaded with unique exhibits and animals. Enter 'Lost World of Reptiles' and journey into ancient pasts, reminiscent of an Indiana Jones movie scene and Spider World with spiders that are huge, hairy and scary! See platypus, Tasmanian Devils, wombats, friendly kangaroos, cuddly koalas, giant crocodiles. Then head to Port Stephens. You will have approximately one hour to purchase lunch (own expense) before you will need to join the dolphin watch cruise. The cruise will depart from Nelson Bay Marina at 1.30pm. Search for the pods of bottlenose dolphins. Watch as they play on the bow waves or why not ride the boom net and get close to the friendly visitors. Enjoy a one hour four wheel drive tour on the sand dunes. You may also like to try sand-boarding, a thrill you will not forget.

  Special cruises and itineraries operate on selected dates

  Start Locations:	Highlights:
  Depart Sydney, Sydney	Explore Port Stephens, Nelson Bay
  Travel by:	Duration:
  Coach, Motor Vessel	Full Day.
  Price*:
  $179.00-$199.00 Tour - All Entries AUD179.00 includes entry to the Australian Reptile Park, dolphin cruise and four wheen drive tour; AUD199.00 includes entry to the Australian Reptile Park, dolphin cruise, four wheel drive tour and buffet lunch.

• Sydney in Style Trio Start your day on the spectacular Sydney Harbour. Whilst enjoying your buffet lunch, experience the Start your day on the spectacular Sydney Harbour. Whilst enjoying your buffet lunch, experience the remarkable charm and style of Sydney from the luxury of a catamaran cruising on the harbour. Once your lunch cruise docks, you will be escorted by a cruise representative to join your coach tour. Depart at 2.30pm and travel through Sydney's bustling city precincts. Stop at the renowned Mrs. Macquarie's Chair, Royal Botanic Gardens, St Mary's Cathedral and The Gap for magnificent photographic views. Enjoy the bohemian beat of lively Kings Cross, admire the white sands of Bondi Beach and other eastern beaches, and discover the beauty of gracious harbourside suburbs. Glimpse the city's historic and contemporary flavour in one afternoon. Once your coach tour is completed, your coach captain will drop you off for your dinner reservation at approximately 6.15pm. Enjoy a memorable evening at the Summit Restaurant, 43 storeys above the harbour where you will enjoy a delicious three course dinner while revolving around the magnificent night light views of one of the world's most picturesque cities. At the conclusion of dinner you are free to make own way back to your hotel at your leisure.

  Special cruises and itineraries operate on selected dates

  Start Locations:	Highlights:
  Depart from Darling Harbour, Sydney	Explore Sydney, Sydney
  Travel by:	Duration:
  Coach	Full Day.
  Price*:
  $225.00 Tour - All Meals, All admissions Magistic Buffet Lunch Cruise and three course a la carte dinner at the Summit.

• Sydney with the Works This tour combines both morning and afternoon tours to create a full day tour of This tour combines both morning and afternoon tours to create a full day tour of Sydney sightseeing. In the morning, you will travel to Manly Beach for a stroll along The Corso to see the beach. Along the way to Manly, you will view Darling Harbour and then cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Stopping at Milsons Point for spectacular views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Enjoy views from Seaforth Lookout and stop at Arabanoo Lookout for a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy your time at Manly Beach before heading back to Sydney.
  
  For the afternoon tour, you will tour through the historic Rocks Area. Following this you will stop at Mrs Macquarie's Chair for views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Visit The Gap and enjoy stunning views. Stop at the world-famous Bondi Beach and enjoy the spectacular scenery. Finish the day travelling through Paddington, the exclusive eastern suburbs and Rushcutters Bay.
  
  Optional:
  
  Magistic Harbour lunch
  
  Captain Cook Harbour lunch

  Special cruises and itineraries operate on selected dates

  Start Locations:	Highlights:
  Coach Terminal, Lower Level, Star City Casino or Sydney Hotel, Sydney	Sydney Harbour sights, Sydney The Rocks Manly sights, Manly Return to Sydney, Sydney
  Travel by:	Duration:
  Coach, Motor Vessel	Full Day.
  Price*:
  $135.00-$203.00 Tour - All Entries $135 includes full tour without lunch, $203 includes full day tour with Captain Cook Harbour Cruise lunch, $201 includes full day tour and Magistic Harbour Cruise lunch.